Out of Chaos Professional Organizers in the News

Why You Should Care About How Your Office Space Looks

So happy to chat with Elle Canada about workplace organization in an article entitled Why You Should Care About How Your Office Space Looks! My tips included: Separate your to-do list into “active,” “reference” and “archival.” Active files can be on your desk. Reference should be nearby and archival info… Read more

Breakfast Television: Purge With Purpose – 2018 Edition

It’s the start of a new year and the perfect time to purge those household items you no longer need or use. If you’re ready to declutter but are concerned about contributing to the landfill, rest assured there are lots of great organizations to help give your items a second… Read more

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Making Your Office Look Good and Spacious

I was happy to be quoted in MKT LIST’s article about making your office look good and spacious. My tips on organizing your office and desk space include: Don’t jump into big ideas. Start with small things. Small things are easy so getting started won’t feel so overwhelming. Start by… Read more

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How to Give Away Without Guilt

Is it difficult for you to give away things? You’re not alone! Whether you’re moving, downsizing, or decluttering, many people struggle with it. In this excerpt from Reader’s Digest Best Health magazine, I talk about how to give away without guilt. In order to give away, we first need to… Read more

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How To Declutter Your Home Without Throwing Anything Out

As the spokesperson for Professional Organizers in Canada, I was very happy to share some insight on ensuring your things go to a good home. View the Reader’s Digest Best Health article How to Declutter Your Home Without Throwing Anything Out here.

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Pack a Carry-on for a Week-Long Trip? Yes, You Can!

The colder months are upon us and it’s a wonderful time to head somewhere warm.  And as the spokesperson for Professional Organizers in Canada, I was very excited to be contacted by Global News to provide some tips on how to pack a carry-on for a week-long getaway. When you… Read more

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Breakfast Television: How to Teach Your Kids to be More Organized

School may be out, but teaching isn’t over!  Unfortunately, there is no “Organizing 101” class so it’s up to parents to give their kids the tools to be more organized. From my Breakfast Television Vancouver visit, here are some skills and tips I think kids need for success. Time Management… Read more

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I Love Vancouver Podcast: 5 Steps to Getting Organized

This May,  I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Katy Mackenzie for her I Love Vancouver Real Estate podcast.  We talked about the services that I provide, the biggest challenges people face trying to get organized and the 5 steps to becoming more organized. We discussed the 5 Step Process… Read more

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Breakfast Television: Purge With Purpose – 2017 Edition

Are you putting off spring cleaning because you don’t know what to do with your old stuff? If you want to purge with purpose in 2017, here are some tips from my Breakfast Television Vancouver spot. 1. Towels and Blankets Help out local organizations that care for animals. Contact the… Read more

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BC Almanac: How to Begin Spring Cleaning

If you missed my CBC BC Almanac radio segment, here are some tips I shared on how to begin spring cleaning or, as I prefer to call it, “Spring Clearing.” 1. Determine Your Spring Cleaning Goal Decide why you want to clear before you begin your task. You will be… Read more

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